March 2nd, 2010
Our planet is facing a global crisis and it has nothing to do with depletion of natural resources – but, it is something to do with our very own bodies. As newer technologies are created to ease our daily living, people are feeling more stressed each day in the fight against: FATIGUE. What causes you to be truly restless? Is there anything you can do about it? We often hear people say they just lack that much needed energy to start a new day. This is the sole reason we have a lot of energy drinks readily available to give us a jump to hyper drive. Continue reading
February 18th, 2010
When you are faced with a stressful situation, just how do you cope with it? Can you get over your panic and anxiety quickly? Do you find it easy to keep calm? There are those moments in life when you feel suddenly overpowered by a situation you can’t control. It feels like you are in a small room without windows. You need air to breathe. Everything seems to go down a rabbit hole and you lose your focus on everything that surrounds you. You are helpless. Continue reading
January 28th, 2010
You are DEFINITELY what you eat. This is a simple truth. Not only does food give you all the nutrition your body needs, but it also keeps your spirits high – given that you eat the right, healthy meals. No matter how stressful your day may be, nothing will wear you down if your body and soul are full. It’s hard getting a happy mood when you’re feeling hungry. On top of this, you can’t seem to focus on anything that you do for the day. Continue reading
January 6th, 2010
Many have been swearing to the amazing breakthrough that EFT, or short for Emotional Freedom Techniques, had given them relief from pains, emotional issues, and other health conditions. Unlike acupuncture, EFT is making a person feel better – minus those stingy needles. Emotional freedom techniques just promise freedom from all negative emotions that we encounter in our daily lives – from anger, guilt, envy, hate, jealousy, grief, sadness, worries, doubts, to fears. Continue reading
January 5th, 2010
There is a paradox that says ” Happiness is healthy.. even in small doses… ” and this is a good thing to keep on remembering for the start of the new year. Is it some magic power that gives happy people that resilience to sickness and life’s little challenges? When studies say that these micro-moments of joy are truly essential in keeping one happy, there’s all the more reason to keep your one year supply of smileys for good. Continue reading
December 30th, 2009
There’s an old saying that says when you smile, the world smiles back at you. In a much truer sense, smiling just feels good, and thus, it attracts all the positive aspects that life can bring. Even a kind smile to a waitress serving a hot plate of your favorite dish is enough to lighten up her weary face. Smiling is very easy to do and it is free to give. Why frown when you can smile instead? Continue reading
December 29th, 2009
The holiday season is a merry-go-round event of gift-giving, marketing campaigns, holiday events, late night parties, and fun-filled activities that starts a few weeks after you had enjoyed a night of Thanksgiving. Your holiday greeting card may depict feelings of warmth, joy, love, and peace – but in reality, this once in a year merry-making event is one of the busiest and most stressful time ever. There is just not enough time to do those last minute shopping for gifts to Continue reading
December 27th, 2009
Who doesn’t want to feel love? Many people have been longing for love ever since they were born in this world. Love is not just about love songs, those cute Valentine cards, or having a date with someone you really like – but love is all about friendship, caring, and kinship as well. Love is all around… a famous song says, and love can mean different thing to different people. Love conquers all, which is an old adage that never runs out of good old wisdom. Continue reading
December 16th, 2009
With new strains of viruses sprouting like tiny, nasty mushrooms in the global backyard, modern medicine can only have a pandemic nightmare as they scour the world against time and space in search of the most potent cure. Reality begins to set in as we become more aware of the germs and infections that live with us like the air we breathe. It’s like a war against an alien race, although these doesn’t come with bright space crafts from outer space. The opposite Continue reading
December 4th, 2009
A new research has found that loneliness can spread among people like a common flu could. No wonder why there are many lonely people nowadays given the current economic and credit crunch. Unlike the flu virus which you can catch through contamination of the infected person’s bodily fluids, loneliness can spread like fire through negative interactions. A better explanation will be the simple act of throwing a small stone into a calm river. You will Continue reading
November 19th, 2009
There are recent controversies on many Hollywood stars getting photo-shopped so blatantly that it is not giving a positive message to plenty of women out there. The editorial department of many glossy magazines may defend their actions by stating that the readers are fully aware that these images are retouched. But, does it give the same positive body image that women needs to get? This is a question that is still waiting for an answer. Continue reading
November 12th, 2009
At one point of our lives, we have been hurt by many mischievous people who talk behind our backs. We have been victims of humiliation, frustration, bad gossip, and lies which give us that super negative feeling that causes us to be mad. We become pent up in our own hatred, as we harbor deep feelings of remorse, resent, or grudges to the person who have hurt us the most. Sometimes, we even carry this unhealthy pain through the years. Imagine if you’re the person causing all these pain. You know that it is only pride which is stopping you from making a sincere apology. Continue reading
October 29th, 2009
It is normal to feel sad at a given point of time due to a normal reaction to life’s struggles, injuries, low self-esteem, and even loss. To feel down and blue once in a while can affect one’s daily activities, but when there’s an intense feeling of this sadness spell, coupled with a feeling of being hopeless and helpless that lasts for weeks – it is time for you to seek help for a curable medical condition known as Depression. Continue reading
October 18th, 2009
We hear many wise men say that one must learn how to forgive and forget all the troubles and negative feelings brought about by someone we hate. All religions in the world preach the golden rule of forgiveness, being a gift of love given freely. Though this topic touches more on a person’s spiritual and emotional aspects, it cannot be out-ruled that forgiveness has no significant effects when it comes to a person’s physical health. On the contrary, Continue reading
October 16th, 2009
Many people are curious about the art of yoga, but feels intimidated to even start learning the very basics. The very word brings images of contorted bodies that many expert yogist can achieve. To some, it can even imply a guru-lingo they just don’t feel comfortable with. No matter what the reason is, yoga seems to be something that many people think they will struggle with, specially when they feel they’re not spiritually prepared to go through with it. Continue reading
